17965083. PHOTOGRAPHING APPARATUS AND METHOD simplified abstract (HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.)
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PHOTOGRAPHING APPARATUS AND METHOD
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Changjiu Yang of Hangzhou (CN)
Shisheng Zheng of Hangzhou (CN)
PHOTOGRAPHING APPARATUS AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17965083 titled 'PHOTOGRAPHING APPARATUS AND METHOD
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a photographing apparatus and method for capturing high-quality images in low illumination environments. The innovation aims to reduce costs, decrease the size of the apparatus, and improve product compatibility.
- The method involves controlling a light filtering unit to selectively transmit visible light and block infrared light during different intervals of image exposure.
- An image sensor is used to capture a first image and perform photoelectric imaging on a light ray to obtain a second image.
- The first image and the second image are then synthesized to generate a first target image.
Potential Applications
This technology has potential applications in various fields where high-quality imaging in low light conditions is required, such as:
- Surveillance systems: Enables clear and detailed image capture in low light environments, enhancing security monitoring.
- Photography: Allows for better image quality in low light conditions, improving the performance of cameras and smartphones.
- Medical imaging: Enables accurate imaging in dimly lit environments, aiding in diagnostic procedures.
Problems Solved
The photographing apparatus and method addressed the following problems:
- Low image quality in low illumination environments: The innovation improves image quality by selectively filtering and capturing visible and infrared light.
- High costs: By reducing the complexity and size of the apparatus, costs associated with manufacturing and maintenance are reduced.
- Limited product compatibility: The method allows for compatibility with a wide range of devices, enhancing its usability and market potential.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Enhanced image quality: The method enables the capture of high-quality images in low light conditions, resulting in clearer and more detailed visuals.
- Cost reduction: By reducing the complexity and size of the apparatus, manufacturing and maintenance costs are lowered.
- Improved product compatibility: The method can be implemented in various devices, increasing its compatibility and market reach.
Original Abstract Submitted
This application discloses a photographing apparatus and method, and relates to the field of image processing. When a high-quality image in a low illumination environment is obtained, costs are reduced, a size is reduced, and product compatibility is improved. The method includes: controlling a light filtering unit to: transparently transmit visible light in incident light and block infrared light in the incident light in a first image exposure interval, transparently transmit the infrared light in the incident light in a first time period of a second image exposure interval, and block the incident light in a second time period of the second image exposure interval; performing, by using an image sensor to obtain a first image, and performing photoelectric imaging on a light ray to obtain a second image; and synthesizing the first image and the second image, to generate a first target image.
